March 3, 2026
March 2, 2026 – Kuwait – National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) has issued an operational and financial update to its stakeholders in light of the escalating military conflict in the Middle East.
The bank emphasizes that its top priority remains the safety and wellbeing of employees and customers, alongside the protection of investors’ and depositors’ interests.
Key Updates as of March 2, 2026:
- Operations: All branches and operations across impacted regions continue to function normally.
- Systems: Core banking and customer-facing platforms remain fully operational and unaffected.
- Business Continuity: NBK has activated business continuity and crisis management protocols, with contingency plans rigorously tested for resilience under varying scenarios.
- Client Services: There have been no disruptions to services across any location.
- Financial Stability: Liquidity and capital positions remain strong, supported by diversified and stable funding sources.
- Risk Management: The bank continuously reviews its risk appetite and frameworks, maintaining close monitoring of developments to provide timely updates to stakeholders.
NBK reaffirms its commitment to transparency and proactive communication as the situation evolves, ensuring that all stakeholders remain informed while maintaining confidence in the bank’s operational resilience and financial stability.
